Shakayla
Shakayla is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,059 in the US, popular nicknames include Sha, Shy, and Shaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shakayla first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 1,733 babies have been named Shakayla in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shakayla is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,059 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,059
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Nicknames
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About the Name Shakayla
Shakayla is a girl name .
Shakayla is currently ranked #13,059 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shakayla include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shakie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis